In 1961, the First Robot Arm Punched In
When they met at a cocktail party in 1956, George Devol and Joseph Engelberger instantly bonded over their love of science fiction, happily chatting about Isaac Asimov and his theories on robotics. Then the conversation turned more serious. Two yea.....»»
The extreme robot arm that can chop up a ship
Giant robot arms with waterjets can slice up retired ships, but can they clean up the shipbreaking industry?.....»»
iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ vs. iRobot Roomba Combo j7+: Which is the better robot vacuum?
The newer iRobot Roomba Combo j5+ is more affordable than the older iRobot Roomba Combo j7+, but is it actually a better robot vacuum? Here's what to know......»»
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Archax is a $2.7 million pilotable robot for the ultra-wealthy
Japanese startup Tsubame has 5 units up for preorder. Tsubame Industries' Archax robot. [credit: Robot Start/YouTube.....»»
Hiroshi Ishiguro And The Robot In His Likeness At Maker Faire Rome
He is a professor in the Department of Innovation Systems at the Graduate School of Engineering Science at Osaka University. He conducts research at the Advanced Telecommunications Research Institute (ATR) and is the author of renowned texts on robo.....»»
Enhance your cleaning and simplify your life with Roborock Q5 Pro+ and Q8 Max+ robot vacuums (Up to $220 off)
Looking for ways to enhance your cleaning game while simplifying your life? Roborock has you covered. The trusted robot vacuum cleaner experts have expanded their excellent Roborock Q series with two new affordable options. Roborock Q5 Pro+ and Q8.....»»
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vs. iRobot Roomba Combo j5+: Which is best?
The Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba Combo j5+ are new members to iRobot's robot vacuum lineup. But what's the difference between the two? Here's what to know......»»
Ends tonight: Save $600 this Greenworks Robot Lawn Mower
Best Buy has a great deal on a Greenworks Optimow Robotic Lawn Mower with $600 off a great way of saving you time and effort. You only have today to get it......»»
Pet hair friendly bObsweep Robot Vacuum discounted from $570 to $180
For today only, you can buy a bObsweep pet hair friendly robot vacuum for just $180 at Best Buy. Here's why it's worth it......»»
Let the robot take the wheel: Autonomous navigation in space
Tracking spacecraft as they traverse deep space isn't easy. So far, it's been done manually, with operators of NASA's Deep Space Network, one of the most capable communication arrays for contacting probes on interplanetary journeys, checking data fro.....»»
Bear-repelling ‘Monster Wolf’ robot gets wider deployment
Japan's Monster Wolf robot, complete with menacing roar and glowing red eyes, is being deployed more widely in a bid to keep bears in the mountains......»»
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How fast are Arctic glaciers melting? Engineers explored the north with a robot and cameras to find out
Equipped with snow jackets, gloves and luggage containing a host of cameras and sensors, professor Hanumant Singh and a team of Northeastern robotics researchers recently traveled to the Arctic with a noble goal to help address the climate crisis......»»
Building a String Art Robot Looks Difficult
Paul's string art robot is impressive, but the path he took to get there - as well as the persistence required - is what is really impressive The post Building a String Art Robot Looks Difficult appeared first on Make: DIY Projects and Ideas for Mak.....»»
Usually $300, this Roomba robot vacuum is discounted to $189 today
If you're looking for a great starter robot vacuum, the iRobot Roomba 692 is a good option, and it even has a 37% discount that brings it below $200.....»»
Musk’s Neuralink seeks volunteers for brain implants—who’s in?
The trial aims to help people with quadriplegia control a computer cursor or keyboard. Enlarge / An on-stage demo of the surgical robot. That could be you. (credit: Neuralink) After years of delays, regulatory rejections.....»»
High-energy-density chemical fuel powers bug-sized robots to leap, lift and race
Cornell researchers combined soft microactuators with high-energy-density chemical fuel to create an insect-scale quadrupedal robot that is powered by combustion and can outrace, outlift, outflex and outleap its electric-driven competitors......»»
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Dead spider claws and "anal-print" toilets: 2023"s Ig Nobels
Reanimating dead spiders to use them as robot claws, licking rocks, backwards talking and a toilet that scans "anal-prints": this year's Ig Nobel prizes again put a spotlight on the quirky side of science......»»
Review of mBot Neo
What is the mBot Neo, anyway? The mBot Neo a coding robot that makes learning interactive, engaging, and loads of fun! With its cutting-edge technology, this educational robot takes learning to a whole new level by showcasing real-world applications.....»»